salaryTucson is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tucson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,018
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,407
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$86,862
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$371,700
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,619
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$203
$143
👥 People living there
411,986
547,073
Commute to work
23.6 min
21.9 min
College degree
23.6%
31.1%
Own their home
60.6%
51.8%
Below poverty line
16.3%
18.9%
Unemployment
7%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Bakersfield for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Bakersfield | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,900 | $47,220 | -41% in Tucson |
| Physician Assistant | $198,070 | $129,880 | -34% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $72,410 | $47,960 | -34% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $150,900 | $107,510 | -29% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $128,810 | $94,110 | -27% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $66,540 | $49,110 | -26% in Tucson |
| Nurse Practitioner | $165,580 | $129,340 | -22% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $75,860 | $59,480 | -22% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bakersfield or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,018 in Bakersfield.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Bakersfield?
About $57,627 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Bakersfield or Tucson?
The typical household earns $86,862 in Bakersfield and $61,553 in Tucson, 41% more in Bakersfield.